Speaking of boots, prevent frostbitten toes by wearing larger and/or cold-weather boots in cold weather. Sounds overly common-sensical, but, nope. Frost most often bites the lower digits of hikers who wear extra socks inside light boots to "make do" in an icy environment. Light boots do not provide enough insulation, and extra socks cut off circulation to the toes, a perfect set-up for cold injury.

 

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